Category: Sunday School

Sunday

Jesus replied,

“Very truly I tell you,

everyone who sins is a slave to sin.

~John 8:34~

 

Continue to keep Mrs. Catherine Yarborough and her family in your prayers.

Harold Newman, David’s brother-in-law, had emergency gall bladder surgery down on the coast.  Please pray for his recovery.

Rev. Rusty Durant’s mother had a stroke.  The family is gathering in Alexandria and praying for a good report.  Bro. Rusty is pastor at Montpelier Baptist Church.

 

Scripture Writing – Psalm 118:5-9

Waylon Bailey – waylonbailey.com

Thom S. Rainer – thomrainer.com

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

Operation Christmas Child – Livia and a Necklace (Part 2) – https://www.samaritanspurse.org/operation-christmas-child/shoebox-stories-livia-and-a-necklace/

Do you want to create quite a stir and lots of questions?  Purchase items for OCC in big quantities!  You will have the cashier and a number of customers asking questions.  The best part is being able to share what you are doing and why!  You can encourage others to do the same.

The school supplies are marked down in some stores.  It is the perfect time to purchase markers, crayons, glue sticks, pencil sharpeners, highlighters, etc.  Get them while the price is the lowest.  You can stretch your funds a long ways at this time of year,

This week’s opportunities:

  • Sunday School and Worship – Check the church ahead of time; Different churches begin at different times.
  • Sunday Evening Worship Services still exist in a number of churches.  Enjoy the message and the music.
  • Today, meet in my classroom at 3:30 to discuss the next ladies’ night.
  • Monday at 10 A.M. – associational WMU meeting at Spring Creek to learn about the flooding at Mt. Nebo Baptist Church and pastor’s home.  We will also learn about their recovery efforts.
  • Wednesday – Mission organizations for children will meet in the L-wing at 6 P.M.
  • Thursday – Monthly “Third Thursday” gathering at the cabin.
  • Friday – Bible study at 10 A.M. to begin John 8.

This is the Lord’s Day.  Honor Him!

Anna Lee

Friday

Blessed are the peacemakers,

    for they will be called children of God.  

~Matthew 5:9~

 

Let’s pray for America

and police officers today!

Update on David Bryant – David has improved and is now in rehab in Lafayette.  Keep praying!  David worked in law enforcement, but that is not his medical issue.

 

Operation Christmas Child – Azima and a Handwritten Note –https://www.samaritanspurse.org/operation-christmas-child/shoebox-stories-azima-and-a-handwritten-note/

Scripture Writing – I Peter 5:5-8

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Coming Event

  • July 9 – Gospel Opry at McComb
  • July 17 – Planning meeting for next Ladies’ Night
  • July 18 – Associational WMU meets at Spring CreekJuly 21 – Third Thursday at the Cabin
  • July 26 – “Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party
  • Wednesdays – Children in Action and Mission Friends
  • Fridays – Bible Study
  • Sundays – Bible Study (Sunday School)

 

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

If we have Jesus in our hearts, it is our responsibility to show and share His love with others!

Anna Lee

Saturday

for everyone born of God overcomes the world.

This is the victory that has overcome the world,

even our faith.  

~I John 5:4~

 

Jennie made it safely home to her family.  We are still thanking God for our brief visit together.  It was almost a year since we last saw her.  That’s the shortest time ever!  Yes, we were greatly surprised and thrilled!  We are so appreciative of all the family and friends who were “in on the secret” and helped it to happen.  What a blessing!

Rene Deck Terrell’s uncle passed away.  She was close to him.

http://www.lusainmemorial.com/obits/jamesdeck.htm

Jimmy “Doobie” Koleszar

Born: August 19, 1957
Died: April 28, 2016

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm?action=public%3Aobituaries.view&o_id=3680454&fh_id=10545

Hunter McGregor – I cannot find an obituary for Hunter yet.

Scripture Writing – Psalm 150:1-6

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

Today is the day to be sure you have everything lined up for tomorrow (Bible study, clothing, lunch plans, etc.) so tomorrow morning flows smoothly.

Anna Lee

Saturday

Jesus said to her,

“I am the resurrection and the life.

The one who believes in me will live,

even though they die;  

~John 11:25~

 

Please pray for Randal Varnado who will be having three by-passes in Alec. Monday.

Pray for Mr. Elwood Courtney of Holden.  He has had a heart attack and is hospitalized at Ochsner, O’Neal.  Mr. Elwood is in his mid-90’s.

 

Scripture Writing – Isaiah 66: 12-14

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

WMU – All ladies and church staff/leaders are invited to Montpelier Baptist Church to hear Nancy Hutchinson speak about missions at 10 A.M. Monday.

North American Missions – http://www.namb.net/pittsburgh/

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

Tomorrow is the Lord’s Day.  Make preparations today to spend part of the day in Bible study and worship.

Anna Lee

 

 

 

Stop, drop, and roll doesn’t work in Hell.  – Quote on Facebook this morning~

Wednesday

“He sent the message to the Israelites,

proclaiming the good news

of peace through Jesus Christ–

He is Lord of all.”

~Acts 10:36, HCSB~

Macy Gueldner 

We celebrated WEEK 100 this week! Macy is on the 100th week of her 3rd phase of treatment. Tomorrow she begins week 101 with her very last doses of vincristine and dex. This is pretty “big time” for her. These are the meds (chemo and steroid) that give her bone and nerve pain. We are happy for her to be kicking these two to the curb! Now, she only has 19 more weeks left of methotrexate and mercaptopurine (6mp.)

She’s been feeling well, but those nasty mouth sores never really go away anymore. Although you wouldn’t know it unless she gives you a good look in her mouth (which is rare.) Please pray that these last doses of vinc/dex aren’t too hard on her this weekend. We’re all ready to enjoy a good holiday. Merry Christmas from Team Macy.

http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/macygueldner/journal/view/id/5670e9a3ca16b4b429a9b1d9?utm_source=JEN&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=JEN+email&utm_content=visitsite

Johnny Belgard’s new liver was working well at bedtime last night.  I’ve been checking my phone for an update, but nothing yet.  I’ll post one when I get one.  I’m certainly thanking God Johnny was able to have the new liver and all seemed to be going well.

Shelton Day, one of our neighbors, is hospitalized because his potassium level is too high. Please add him to your prayer list.

Ora Lee Wilson told me her grandson, Brandon, has been getting some good reports.  Let’s thank God Brandon did not really have the problems the doctors suspected at first.

Harrell Sharkey and his family learned his cancer is only in one location and can be successfully removed with surgery, which will be in January.  Thank God for another good report.

It is wonderful to be able to share all good updates this morning!

Read the Bible in 2015 – Psalm 143-145

Scripture Writing – Matthew 2:7-12

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Lottie Moon Christmas Offering –  After two weeks, FBC, Kentwood has reached 45% of the goal set for this year.  I can hardly wait until I can report we have surpassed our goal!

Two websites to read and enjoy:

 

 

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

Special opportunities for the coming week:

  • Thursday – Third Thursday at the Cabin – 6:30 – Come hear and sing Christmas music this month.
  • Friday – Bible study of “John” at 10 A.M. in the FBC fellowship hall
  • Saturday and Sunday – Combined choirs of FBC,K and EFBC along with an orchestra present “Majesty of Christmas” at FBC, K at 6 P.M.

 

 

I’ll be glad to share special events at other churches if you send me the information.

Anna Lee

 

 

 

Wednesday

“And we know that God

causes everything to work together for the good

of those who love God and are called

according to his purpose for them.”

~Romans 8:28 NLT, 2nd Ed.~

 

New baby Rivers Wilkinson has a better blood reading today.  The family is anxiously waiting for the specialist to see Rivers this morning and determine if he is ready to go home.  The family thanks you for praying for Rivers.

 

Read the Bible in 2015 – Psalm 134-136

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

Thankfulness: Day 25

     Today, I’m thankful for music.  I started singing at my church by copying others.  Later, I participated in chorus, choir, band, and piano.  I admit I was never outstanding in any of these, but I learned to appreciate music, understand reading music, and developed a love for music of various types. The original, and still my favorite, is church music like I learned as a child.  God is still working through lots of people who continue to write and perform songs that carry a message that touches my heart and life.  I’m so thankful for music and all it has taught me about God.  Sometimes, as I teach my Sunday School class, I pause and ask what hymns they can relate to those verses.  We all usually come up with the same songs!  They are the ones you would think of too!

 

Throughout this wonderful holiday, take time to make a mental, or paper, list of your own thankfulness.  You will be blessed by taking the time to do so.

Anna Lee

Saturday

“Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations,

baptizing them in the name of the Father

and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.”

~Matthew 28:19a, HCSB~

 

 

Andrew Charles Messina

 

Read the Bible in 2015 – John 10-12

 

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

 

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

Frozen Food for Families – You have a week to freeze some more food for our collection on the first Sunday of September.

 

Ladies’ Bible Study – Following our study of the Queen of Sheba next week, we will eat lunch at the Hitching Post in Amite.  I’m looking forward to Friday.

 

Operation Christmas Child – Unopened Kid’s Meal Toys – If someone you know likes the size of “Kid’s Meals”, but not the toys, please ask them to save the unopened toys.  They can be used in the shoeboxes.  Thanks!

 

Senior Adult Revival – September 14, 15, and 16.  Mark your calendar.

 

If you have not already prepared your lesson for Sunday School, use some quality time today to do so.

Anna Lee

Sunday

That if you confess with your mouth,

“Jesus is Lord,”

and believe in your heart

that God raised him from the dead,

you will be saved.

For it is with your heart

that you believe and are justified,

and it is with your mouth

that you confess and are saved.

 

Read the Bible in 2015 – 2 Thessalonians 1-3

Devotional, Scripture, a Quote, and a Song 

FBC, Greensburg is celebrating homecoming today!  I forgot how many years!

East Fork Baptist Church had a great revival last week.

New Zion Baptist Church is beginning revival this morning.

Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, Pine Grove, was preparing for a back-to-school bash when I passed yesterday.

Judson Baptist Church in Walker hosted a state WMU day yesterday.  The ladies were very surprised and blessed by the number of men there to help serve and make our day flow nicely.  Thanks to the state leaders, led by Janie Wise, in planning and carrying out a wonderful training session.  The missionary speaker certainly was one of the highlights of the day.  I wish I could hear him again today.  (I got to speak with Mrs. McCon, formerly of Line Creek Baptist Church and eat lunch with ladies from Bethel, Amite, Minden, Old Zion Hill, and Judson Baptist.)

I get to teach Sunday School at 9:15 at FBC, Kentwood.  I am so blessed.

Anna Lee

 

Saturday

Worship the LORD your God,

and his blessing will be on your food and water.

I will take away sickness from among you,

Praying for Johnnie ” Lil Man” Santangelo

Update: Lil Man got his infusion of IV Avastin (chemo) today and if all goes as planned he will begin radiation Wednesday. He is tired but in good spirits today! Thank you for all of the prayers and please keep them coming!!! We love you all!

Charles Edward Walker

Born: September 06, 1928
Died: April 30, 2015

        http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm/obituaries/view/fh_id/10545/id/3091594

Operation Christmas Child

The item for this month is t-shirls for girls.  You can pick up a bag (across from the church kitchen) that tells how many and what size will be needed.  Happy shopping!

Friday Morning Bible Study – May 8th

  • Bring your Bible.
  • Dress comfortably.
  • Come to my house for 10:00.
  • Salad/Dessert Lunch
  • Bring a guest.

Frozen Food for Families

  • Sunday, May 3rd
  • Bring frozen food to my classroom before Sunday School.
  • Food will be distributed Sunday afternoon.

4 Wheels 4 Him – Two Rivers Car Show and Spring Fest

  • Registration – 8 A.M. – $6.00
  •  9 A.M. – 3 P.M. @ New Zion Baptist Church
  • Lunch Included
  • Great gospel music – a variety of local talent
  • Activities for all ages, male and female
  • Car show and much more!

Hillsdale Baptist Church Youth Fundraiser

Hillsdale Baptist Church Youth will have their annual yard sale this weekend! May 1st & 2nd, come out & find some great bargains & help send our youth to camp!

Read the Bible in 2015 – Mark 15-16

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

  • “In Every Generation” – odb.org/
  • The Lord is good;                                                                                                                                           His mercy is everlasting,                                                                                                                         and His truth endures to all generations.                                                                                                                                                 ~Psalm 100:5~
  • “Great is Thy Faithfulness” – https://www.hymnal.net/en/hymn/h/19

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

SBC Disaster Relief (Response in Nepal this week)

http://links.namb.net/m/1/54149859/t12115-37f8f47a-d30a-4953-bea2-932955950c5c/0/1/1

Nepali quake survivors salvage possessions as recovery effort begins 

New Chronological Bible Study Curriculum – “Gospel Project” –                                 http://www.bpnews.net/44666/gospel-project-goes-chronological-this-fall

I have requested my church order this for my class.  You may want to consider this too!

May God’s love shine brilliantly though you this weekend.

Anna Lee

Monday

“Give thanks to the LORD!

Call upon His name;

make known His deeds among the peoples!”

~Psalm 105:1, NKJV~

 

Doug Toney (written by his wife, Sandy)

Tomorrow (Monday) Doug will go to surgery and have the hardware that stabilizes the graft removed. With all of his other health issues, the doctor feels this is his best option. Thank all of you for your kind words, food, and prayers. His surgery is at 8:00 am.

Please keep praying for this family.

Mrs. Fay Shoemaker will have her second shoulder surgery today.  Let’s pray she does equally well, or better, with this surgery.

Remember Mr. Milton Johnson in your prayers.

Mr. James Frazier will probably come back to Kentwood mid-week.  Thank God for the progress he has made.  Pray for continued rehabilitation.

Miss Shira Easley is doing well at Greensburg.  Please continue to pray for her.

Toni Bailey Cathey had emergency gall bladder surgery.  She’s home now and feeling much better.

Cathy C. Wales spent four days in the hospital last week, but is now home.  Pray for continued improvement.

Macy Gueldner

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Read the Bible in 2015 – Exodus 13-15

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

  • “Love and Light” – http://odb.org/
  • The land which you cross over to possess is a land . . .                                                                 for which the Lord your God cares.                                                                                                                                                              ~Deuteronomy. 11:11-12~
  • “God Will Take Care of You” – http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/g/w/gwiltake.htm

Annie Armstrong Missions Offering –  Mission Opportunities (as close as New Orleans) – http://meettheneed.org/explore/namb.php?orgtemp=3003

We are beginning another day the Lord has sent us.  My Sunday School lesson yesterday was about showing God’s love.  I hope to be able to do that today and each day of the coming week.  I know you will be showing God’s love too.

Anna Lee